Hand-made jewellery

The artisans at KILT craft their jewellery in a small workshop on the homestead premises, using rudimentary machinery and basic tools. All the jewellery is hand-made, from cutting the stone to carving specific shapes; from engraving designs and motifs to polishing and shining the beads and pendants.

Many of the designs are taken from the decorations and bas-reliefs found on the Angkor Wat temples, or copying the many tropical flowers found in this part of the world.

The main mineral used for the jewellery is a local Cambodian, multi-coloured stone. More precious stones include Jasper, Jade and Agate, which are believed to have healing properties, including for stress relief and physical disorders.

Pendants, bracelets and earrings

Silver and crystal beads are bought locally and enhance the coloured silk thread on which pendants and bracelets are strung.

KILT also makes more intricate jewellery using copper wire and semi-precious stones.